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QUESTION: Dog ate a packet of humidipak that was in GlycoFlex soft chews bag. It's gel or water based liquid in a plastic square 2X2. How detrimental is this stuff? Thx for response
ANSWER: That depends on what really is in it. I would call the poison control center and ask them since this sounds like it was from a human product.
Their toll-free number is 1-800-222-1222.
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QUESTION: In response to your answer: already connected poison control center you suggested..they do not know. But, the dog seems to be ok. Contacted to ASPCA, $65 charge & credit card that I don't have..this is before any conversation. You have been helpful. Thx
I think it's criminal that the ASPCA charges like that. If the dog didn't chew this packet up, I am going to guess it will probably just pass through.
Most of these things are made with a non-toxic waterless gel. You might want to call your vet today but if the dog is okay so far, then he may be in the clear.
By the way, I found this online from humidpak.com:
Q. Is the Humidipak safe to eat, taste, or accidentally swallow?
A. The Humidipak and all its ingredients are completely safe, environmentally friendly and FDA approved. There are absolutely no health risks associated with the Humidipak products.
Hope that helps!!
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Jana Connell RVT, CVT
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PLEASE READ BEFORE SUBMITTING TO ME: I am NOT a vet and do NOT diagnose diseases. That is only for a licensed Veterinarian to do. I will give you suggestions and steer you toward calling your vet for help. You can call the vet's office and talk to the technician there or the vet at times. Don't be afraid to call them! If you have a serious issue with your pet please post it to one of the veterinarians in here- I will tell you the same thing in my answer. IF your pet is injured or in an emergency situation, CALL YOUR VET- Do not wait and post in here. Just call the vet's office and get them in to see the vet right away. Critical treatment time is lost if you seek answers here when you should have your precious pet at the vets!! Don't sit at home waiting for an answer when your pet is critically ill or injured!! I can answer most questions about small animal and wildlife care as well as small animal nutrition. I can also answer questions about all phases of dental care for small animals. I DO NOT answer questions about birds (unless it is wildlife or songbirds) or HAMSTERS/GERBILS/CHINS/GUINEA PIGS/REPTILES/FROGS/RABBITS/PET BIRDS OF ANY KIND so please submit these questions to the appropriate sections. I, as well as other experts in here, do NOT do homework questions- that is for YOU to do! Please respect these rules for all of us. Thanks!
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I have over 35 years experience in the field of veterinary medicine. I specialized in small animals and did wildlife rehab for over 25 years, mostly raptors, squirrels and opossums. I am a Small Animal Nutritional Consultant with 6 certificates from Hills Pet Foods, CNM and Purina.
I also specialized in Small Animal Dentistry which is a field I truly love.
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Audubon,World Wildlife Federation, American Society of Veterinary Dental Technicians.
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Licensed with California and Oregon, RVT and CVT.
Certified Veterinary Dental Technician
Have over 500 logged hours of Continuing Education Credits(that means I keep up to date!).
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Nominated for Expert of the Month for the last 5 years.
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